Overview

This bill grants local authorities in England and Wales the power to immediately implement Workplace Parking Levies (WPLs) and impose penalty charges for moving traffic offenses outside of Greater London. It streamlines the process for introducing these measures and aims to improve local transport management.

Description

The bill contains three main clauses:

Clause 1: Workplace Parking Levy Licensing Scheme: This clause allows local authorities to introduce Workplace Parking Levies (WPLs) immediately upon approval by Parliament. The Secretary of State must create regulations for this scheme under the Transport Act 2000. These regulations must be approved by both Houses of Parliament before they can be implemented.

Clause 2: Designation of Civil Enforcement Areas: This clause mandates the Secretary of State to designate all local authority areas in England (excluding those already designated) as civil enforcement areas for moving traffic contraventions within six months of the bill becoming law. This enables local authorities to issue penalty charges for traffic offenses in their areas.

Clause 3: Extent, Commencement and Short Title: This clause specifies that the Act applies to England and Wales only, comes into force immediately upon passage, and will be known as the Local Authorities (Transport Powers) Act 2020.

Government Spending

The bill's impact on government spending is not explicitly stated. However, it could lead to increased revenue for local authorities through WPLs and potentially decreased spending on central government enforcement. The overall financial impact will depend on the adoption rates of WPLs and the number of traffic penalties issued.

Groups Affected

• Local Authorities: Granted increased powers to manage transport and generate revenue through WPLs and penalty charges.
• Employers: May face additional costs if WPLs are implemented in their area, potentially affecting employee parking provision.
• Employees: May face higher parking costs if WPLs are introduced.
• Drivers: Could face increased penalty charges for moving traffic offenses outside of Greater London.

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